Gift Ideas for Dads: Pick the Perfect Present This Christmas!

If your dad likes to putter around the house, fixing this and that, bring
him into the 21st century with one - or several - of these five high-tech
handyman tools. Any would make an excellent Christmas gift for a dad.

Craftsman Bolt-On Modular Tool System

If dad has collected
electric tools
over the years, and none are in great shape, this gift allows you to help
him rebuild his collection. You simply buy the $120 starter kit, which
includes a 20V drill/driver, and any other add-ons in your budget. Among
those available are a jigsaw, sander and oscillating tools at $30 to $40 each.

Black & Decker All-In-One SureGrip Laser Level

This
level
attaches to a wall for up to two hours, displaying a laser line to show
level: red for not level and green for level. It even has an audio signal
for accurate leveling when dad can't see the line. It won't leave
behind a mark, thanks to the rubber suction cup with silicone ring. Dad
will never struggle with hanging pictures, shelves or mirrors again. Nor
will he need to measure distance between multiple items because the level
does that for him.

The Forehead Bonfire

Firefighters and plumbers alike use
this headlamp
, making it the perfect choice for a home handyman. It features the latest
LED technology and puts 300 lumens of focusable light on his forehead.
The headlamp also proves lightweight and easy to wear. Give Dad the ability
to put down the flashlight and go hands-free. It costs around $30.

Nest Learning Thermostat

If the dad on your holiday shopping list strives to improve the energy
efficiency of his home, the
second-generation Nest
will be a welcome gift. Easy to install, it remembers temperatures and
programs itself, and the thermostat saves energy by automatically turning
itself down when no one is home. He also can access it via his smartphone,
laptop or tablet. The manufacturer says it can deliver savings of up to
20 percent on heating and cooling bills when used correctly. It's
a pricier gift at around $250, but it will pay for itself over time.

This time of year, dinnertime typically takes place after dark, making
it difficult to tell doneness without a little help. This
digital thermometer
displays temperature via an LCD screen as well as audio alerts. And since
it operates via Wi-Fi, dad can wander up to 330 feet away and still be
making sure the meat doesn't get overcooked. It even comes with eight
different meat settings: beef, lamb, veal, hamburger, pork, turkey, chicken
and fish.

These gift ideas also work for other men in your life, such as a brother
or nephew, as well as any handywomen. If at anytime during the holiday
season, or year-round, you or the dad in your life find a task beyond
a certain skill level, your
professional handyman will be more than happy to step in.

Mr. Handyman can maintain your home to save you money. One call really does take care
of everything on your to-do list. Make sure to stay on top of all your
household repairs, improvements and maintenance needs and
request service now online.